Stephanie “Tanqueray” Johnson’s life unfolded like a New York movie—gritty, glamorous, and defiantly human. Born Aquila Stephanie Springle in 1944 in Albany, New York, she escaped a strict, impoverished upbringing and fled to Manhattan after being cast out as a pregnant teen. There, she built herself anew and became a voice that would later captivate millions.
We’ve lost a legend 💔 It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of this star’s tragic passing
